1239-1241 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The property at 1239-1241 Union Street is a 2-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1908, currently owned by Christina S. Tabacco. Significant recent improvements include voluntary seismic retrofitting of the garage and basement levels in 2021 (cost $150,000), and major structural upgrades in 2016 involving seismic infill and stair modifications (cost $150,000).

The building underwent substantial interior renovations in 2013, including the installation of two new full bathrooms and associated plumbing and electrical work (cost $25,000), followed by furnace replacement in 2014. Prior to these improvements, the building faced several safety concerns, particularly in 2004-2005 when violations were issued regarding deteriorated stairs and weatherproofing, with particular attention to lead paint hazards - these issues were subsequently abated. Additional notable improvements include the installation of dual-pane windows in 2010 (cost $22,600), rear stairs repairs and exterior wall maintenance in 2004 (cost $28,000), and a previous reroofing project from 1998.

The building's recent history shows consistent attention to structural integrity and safety, particularly regarding seismic retrofitting. Of particular note is the recent variance approval to reconstruct the rear stairs with a new winding staircase and open decks, which addresses previous safety concerns about the old stairs. The property has experienced recurring issues with parking violations, particularly in 2023, with multiple citations issued for driveway blocking incidents, though these do not directly impact building safety or resident experience.